VinFast, India opens bookings for VF MPV 7 On April 2, 2026, VinFast opened bookings for the VF MPV 7, a seven-seat electric MPV, through its website and 50 dealerships across India, with pricing and official launch set for April 15, 2026. The VF MPV 7 measures 4,740 x 1,872 x 1,734 mm with a 2,840 mm wheelbase and is equipped with a 60.13 kWh battery offering a claimed range of 500-plus km, with fast charging from 10% to 70% in approximately 30...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

BIMS 2026: DFLZM presents Forthing FRIDAY SUV and V9 MPV in Thailand Announced on March 23, 2026, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor (DFLZM) showcased the FRIDAY SUV and Forthing V9 MPV at the Bangkok International Motor Show, following the Forthing brand’s recent market entry in Thailand.  Thailand is a core ASEAN market in DFLZM’s strategy, with plans to expand its sales and service network and deepen localization, including potential local production...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Buick launches Electra Encasa EV flagship MPV On March 17, Buick launched the Electra Encasa EV flagship MPV priced at CNY 489,900. The Electra Encasa EV measures 5,260mm long, 2,023mm wide, and 1,820mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,160mm. The Electra Encasa EV features a 4WD layout. Powered by front 332kW/380Nm and rear 150kW/170Nm motors and a 96kWh 6C battery, the vehicle model delivers a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 5.1s, a CLTC range of 6...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

le production by approximately 1,200 units at its subsidiary, Nissan Motor Kyushu, in March. This to secure space to accommodate vehicles destined for the Middle East. Multiple media outlets reported this on March 17.  Nissan Motor Kyushu produces the X-Trail and Rogue compact SUVs, and the Serena MPV. The adjacent Nissan Shatai Kyushu produces the Patrol full-size SUV and exports it to the Middle East, but shipment has stalled due to the worsen...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

hieve these strategic goals, Changan Auto will continue to develop Big Single Products based on launched vehicle models, such as the Nevo A06, the Nevo Q05, and the Deepal L06, in 2026. In the next three years, Changan Auto will launch a total of 43 new vehicle models, namely, 13 sedans, 20 SUVs, 1 MPV, 3 pickup trucks, and 6 commercial vehicles by category, or 8 energy-saving gasoline vehicles (ICE vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles) and 35 N...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

ricing but later faced pressure from Thailand’s EV price war. EV Primus recently strengthened its strategy by forming a joint venture with SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) to establish Wuling Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., aiming to enhance competitiveness in the local market. Wuling has now entered the 7-seat MPV segment with the Starlight Darion EV, targeting families, executives, and rental or leasing businesses. Priced from THB 799,000, it features a 69....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

DFMC puts Voyah Dream MPV into Level 3 autonomous driving road testing On March 9, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) announced the recent launch of Level 3 autonomous driving road testing of the Voyah Dream MPV. The Voyah Dream, one of China’s first MPV models qualified for Level 3 testing, is being tested under the program at 100km/h, a speed covering the maximum legal speed limits for the vast majority of domestic expressway sections. Both th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Mercedes-Benz globally debuts new VLE EV electric MPV for production in China On March 11, Mercedes-Benz globally debuted the VLE EV, a new battery electric MPV for production in China. The VLE EV measures 5,309mm or 5,484mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,943mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,342mm or 3,517mm. A three-row seating layout offers up to eight seats. The VLE EV is built on an 800V electrical architecture. Powered by a 115kWh ternary lithium b...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

rom a CAAM press release (China’s monthly sales figures) Vehicle sales data (flash report for February 2026) February 2026 Jan. – Feb. 2026 Sales vol. (1,000 units) Share (%) y/y (%) Sales vol. (1,000 units) Share (%) y/y (%) Sedan 542 30.0 -28.0 1,288 31.0 -21.1 MPV 56 3.1 -29.1 131 3.2 -22.2 SUV 919 50.9 -3.3 2,067 49.8 -1.3 Mini Van 18 1.0 -45.5 38 0.9 -29.3 PV Total 1,536 85.1 -15.4 3,524 84.9 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

onth, despite the Lunar New Year holiday. The VF 3 was the best-selling model with 2,274 units, followed by Limo Green with 1,808 units. The VF 5 ranked third with 1,601 units, while the VF 6 and VF 7 recorded 1,042 units and 807 units, respectively. The company also delivered 1,165 units of the VF MPV 7-seater. Other models, including the VF 8, VF 9, Minio Green, and EC Van, also contributed to overall sales. VinFast stated that the strong perfo...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

SAIC-GM releases vehicle model, technology plans for next three years On March 7, SAIC-GM released a range of vehicle model and technology plans for the next three years in Shenzhen. Products: -          The Buick brand will introduce a Zhen Long Max variant of the Electra Encasa plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) MPV in the second half of 2026, with a new ultra-luxury variant and a next-generation luxury variant already under development. T...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

BYD globally debuts new Datang D-Class electric SUV On March 6, BYD globally debuted the Datang, a new D-Class battery electric SUV. The Datang measures 5.25m long and adopts an MPV-styled “2+2+3” seating layout. Powered by the Blade Battery 2.0 with the FLASH Charging technology, the Datang delivers a range of 950km and a charging time of 5 minutes from 10% to 70% state-of-charge, 9 minutes from 10% to 97%, and, at minus 30 degrees Celsius, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

adi for the planned supply of 20,000 electric vehicles by 2028. Under the agreements, PT Sembilan Benua Abadi plans to purchase 10,000 EVs by the end of 2027, while PT Satu Kosong Tujuh intends to acquire 10,000 units by 2028. The vehicles will include the Nerio Green (C-SUV) and Limo Green (7-seat MPV), both developed under VinFast’s Green lineup for commercial transportation services. The EVs will be deployed in commercial transport operation...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

All-New 6th generation Nissan Serena e-POWER MPV launched in Malaysia Announced on March 3, 2026, Edaran Tan Chong Motor launched the all-new Nissan Serena e-POWER in Malaysia. The 6th-generation mid-sized MPV features Nissan’s 2nd-generation e-POWER system and introduces Nissan ProPILOT driver assistance to the Malaysian market. It is available in five variants priced from MYR 154,800 (OTR, without insurance) in Peninsular Malaysia. The Serena...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

sting and will go into trial operations this year. As part of its global deployment, XPeng will soon initiate international road testing of VLA 2.0, with global deliveries scheduled for 2027. The first customer for VLA 2.0 will be VW Group. Launched on the same day was the 2026 X9 EV large flagship MPV, a VLA 2.0-powered vehicle model. Starting from late March, XPeng will push VLA 2.0 to some variants of vehicle models including the G7 midsize SU...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

ely be around 202k units. We also believe that its main rival, Perodua, will remain the top-selling brand in Malaysia due to its strong presence in the high-volume, entry-level segment, bolstered by a solid reputation for quality and service. For Proton to close the gap, it may need to re-enter the MPV segment or introduce a budget-friendly seven-seater SUV to compete with Perodua’s Alza and Aruz. It is important to note that Proton ended sales...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/02

Denza D9 PHEV launched in Philippines; Flagship dealers open; More models due in 2026 Reported on February 27, 2026, the Denza D9 PHEV has officially launched in the Philippines, carrying an introductory price of PHP 3,998,000 for the first 300 customers. At the same time, Denza’s first flagship dealerships in key locations, Alabang, Makati, San Juan, and Cebu. The full-size luxury MPV measures (LWH) 5,250x 1,960x 1,920 mm, with a 3,110 mm whee...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/02

loping EV, HEV, and ICE models in parallel, with new launches scheduled every quarter to sustain lineup momentum. MG will expand its EV portfolio starting at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show with three key introductions: the MG IM5 in the premium EV segment, the new MG MAXUS 9 MCE in the e-MPV segment, and the new MG4 Electric minor change, updating its best-selling EV. In Q2 2026, MG plans to introduce a B-segment mass-market EV, furthe...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/26

bookings exceeding 5,000 units, the New Veloz Hybrid EV continues to demonstrate strong market appeal. Supporting Toyota’s “Hybrid EV for All” initiative, the combined performance of Toyota’s hybrid lineup accounted for 42.6% of the brand’s total 2,793 orders at IIMS 2026. Other flagship MPV models also posted solid results. The Kijang Innova recorded 309 orders, followed closely by the Avanza with 306 units and the Calya with 259 unit...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

All-new 2026 Chevrolet Captiva BEV and PHEV launched in Philippines Reported on February 17, 2026, Chevrolet, through its exclusive Philippine distributor HARIPhil Asia Resources, Inc., unveiled 2 electrified versions of the Captiva: a BEV and a PHEV. Separate from the 7-seat Captiva MPV introduced in 2024, the all-new model is configured as a 5-seat compact SUV. It measures (LWH) 4,745 x 1,890 x 1,675 mm, and wheelbase of 2,800 mm, adopts a dist...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19